- Calm practical guidance
- Focus on life changes
- Plainspoken listening
About Mary
Mary Keane is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, and big life changes. She speaks plainly in sessions and aims to make therapy feel manageable for a busy life. Mary recognizes that starting therapy can feel daunting and works to make the first steps easier to take.
Mary uses practical conversation to help people sort through what’s getting in the way. She listens, asks clear questions, and helps people notice small patterns that matter. Her work includes support for self-esteem, coping during illness or chronic pain, and concerns about control or codependency.
She also offers support around family of origin issues, attachment and abandonment concerns, and issues that arise for first responders and caregivers. Mary has experience providing counseling related to hospice and end-of-life situations, and she can talk through fears and decisions that come up during those times.
With ten years of experience as a DC LICSW - licensed independent clinical social worker - Mary draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions. She encourages people to move at a pace that feels right and to test small changes between meetings.
Mary invites people to consider whether now is the time to try therapy and to take a single next step. If someone would like to learn more, they can use the Start Therapy button to complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Mary draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, and grief. One common approach focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts and behaviors and testing small changes between sessions to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Another approach emphasizes skills for coping with loss and major life shifts, helping people name feelings and develop routines that make daily life more manageable.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Mary will work with each person to figure out which techniques match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That collaborative process includes checking in about progress and adjusting methods over time.
Many people find online therapy easier to fit into a busy schedule and to keep regular momentum. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it simpler to schedule appointments around work, caregiving, or medical care, and it can shorten the time needed for check-ins. If you want to explore therapy while juggling a full calendar, discuss format preferences during the matching step so scheduling matches practical needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mary address in sessions?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include chronic illness and pain, attachment and abandonment issues, and end-of-life concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Mary uses straightforward conversation and active listening to help people notice patterns and try practical changes. Sessions are meant to be clear, collaborative, and focused on small steps that fit everyday life.
What is her clinical background?
She has ten years of experience working in mental health and social work settings. That background informs how she supports people through stress, grief, and major life transitions.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds a DC LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. She practices in the District of Columbia.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing information is available through the service when you review plans.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on the therapist's availability. That matching step helps pair you with the right fit before booking.